West Bengal ·
Rampurhat
Tarapith is a temple town in the central region of West Bengal, India. It is a major Hindu pilgrimage centre and several thousand devotees visit the temple every day.
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- Tarapith temple
- Tarapith Mahasmasan
Rampurhat at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Tarapith temple: Tarapith temple, is a Hindu temple in Tarapith, Birbhum, West Bengal in India, dedicated to the Hindu goddess Tara, the second of the ten Mahavidyas in Hinduism.
- Tarapith Mahasmasan: It is an auspicious place well known for its tantric rituals.
Sightseeing Places
- Tarapith temple: Tarapith temple, is a Hindu temple in Tarapith, Birbhum, West Bengal in India, dedicated to the Hindu goddess Tara, the second of the ten Mahavidyas in Hinduism.
- Tarapith Mahasmasan: It is an auspicious place well known for its tantric rituals.
Temples
- Tarapith temple: Tarapith temple, is a Hindu temple in Tarapith, Birbhum, West Bengal in India, dedicated to the Hindu goddess Tara, the second of the ten Mahavidyas in Hinduism.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 82 km from Rampurhat.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Rampurhat Junction railway station, about 1 km from central Rampurhat.
- By Road: Several highways run over Tarapith. Panagarh–Morgram Highway heads south to Durgapur via Suri, Dubrajpur and Ilambazar and heads north to Morgram via Nalhati.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Rampurhat (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–35°C with about 121 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Rampurhat (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 271 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Rampurhat (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 102 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Rampurhat (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 0 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 35°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
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- Overview: Tarapith is a temple town in the central region of West Bengal, India. It is a major Hindu pilgrimage centre and several thousand devotees visit the temple every day.
- Accommodation: There are around 350 lodges or hotels in Tarapith, mostly catering to budget tourists. There is little that is luxurious as this is a pilgrimage centre. Listed options include Hotel Shanti Nibas, Orbit Hotel Tarapith and Hotel Sonar Bangla.
- Best Way To Explore: Tarapith is a small town and you can walk around and rickshaws are also available. Beware of crowds during peak season.
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Significance
Rampurhat has a rich tradition of cultural activities, including fairs, circuses and entertainment events for which it is referred to as the “Entertainment Hub of Birbhum”.A number of schools teach music, dance, recitation and drama.
Spiritual Significance
Rampurhat has a rich tradition of cultural activities, including fairs, circuses and entertainment events for which it is referred to as the “Entertainment Hub of Birbhum”.A number of schools teach music, dance, recitation and drama.
Pilgrimage Traditions
According to Hindu belief, an insulted Sati, the wife of Lord Shiva, sacrificed herself at a yagya (fire worship ritual) which was being performed by her father Dakshmaharaj. Angry with this incident Lord Shiva started the Tandava Nritya (Dance of Destruction).
Frequently Asked Questions
Rampurhat is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 82 km away. The nearest railway station is Rampurhat Junction railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Tarapith temple and Tarapith Mahasmasan.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1412 mm of rain in total.
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